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Energy Environment EconomyTwo Decades in the Making: Fall River’s City PierFor the final episode in our awards series, hear from Sarah Page, Executive Director of the Fall River Redevelopment Authority, Ken Fiola, Executive Vice President of the Bristol County Economic Development Corporation and formerly with the Fall River Redevelopment Authority, and Joe McLoughlin, Vice President with BETA Group, discussing the decades-long process of redeveloping the Senator Thomas Norton City Pier in Fall River, Massachusetts. They share the challenges and successes of transforming the pier, reimagining the site as a hub of outdoor fun for the community and economic revitalization for the riverside.Links from the Episode:
2025-06-3035 min
Energy Environment EconomyCollaborative Thinking: Bringing renewable energy to buyers big and small through the Consortium for Climate SolutionsToday’s episode dives into the efforts of the Consortium for Climate Solutions, a groundbreaking collaborative model for large-scale renewable energy procurement that recently won the EBC Nicholas Humber Award for Outstanding Collaboration. Learn about their model for bringing together eleven partner organizations to procure renewable energy through today’s discussion with members of the four leading organizations: Jaclyn Olsen, Director at the Harvard Office for Sustainability, Steven Lanou, Senior Project Manager in MIT’s Office of Sustainability, Dennis Villanueva, Director of Utilities, Energy Strategy & Procurement at Mass General Brigham, and Heather Takle, President and CEO of PowerOptions.Link...
2025-06-2345 min
Energy Environment EconomyA Story of Food Recovery and Climate Impact: SpoonfulsSpoonfuls, New England’s largest food recovery organization, was recently awarded EBC’s Merit Award for Leadership by a Non-Profit Organization for their incredible work diverting over 40 million pounds of good food, feeding people who need it and reducing the climate impact of food in landfills. Today’s episode features Liz Miller, Senior Community Relations Manager for Spoonfuls, telling us all about the logistics of food recovery. Links from the Episode:About Spoonfuls: https://spoonfuls.org/Spoonfuls Food Waste Challenge: https://spoonfuls.org/food-waste-challengeSpoonfuls Ultimate Tailgate: https://spoonfuls.org/ul...
2025-06-1631 min
Energy Environment EconomyAn Incredible Career of Public Service: Dr. David W. CashDr. David W. Cash was recently awarded EBC’s Paul G. Keough Award for Government Leadership for his leadership in both state and federal government, shaping a more sustainable, just, and resilient future for Massachusetts and beyond. In today’s episode, David discusses his roles in government, the importance of public service, learning from failure, and his advice for those thinking about a career in government.Links from the Episode:About the EBC Paul G. Keough Award for Government Leadership: https://ebcne.org/news/award/government-leadership/ Connecting Justice, Equity, and The Environment with Kerr...
2025-06-0930 min
Energy Environment EconomyDecarbonizing Transportation with the Mass Fleet Advisor ProgramHow does your local florist electrify their two delivery vans? That question may be on the mind of many small business owners, and the Mass Fleet Advisor program helps them understand the process of electrifying their fleet. Jenny Kritzler, Deputy Director for the Northeast Region at CALSTART, and Rhys Webb, a Senior Program Manager with the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, join the podcast to talk about the program and the benefits it provides for Massachusetts.Links from the Episode:About the Mass Fleet Advisor Program: https://www.massfleetadvisor.org/ About MassCEC: https://www...
2025-05-2630 min
Energy Environment EconomyCombining Research with Community Engagement: URI’s STEEP ProgramThe University of Rhode Island’s STEEP Superfund Research Program is working to address the human health threat of PFAS through scientific research, translation of research findings to decision makers, and community engagement. Dr. Emily Diamond, Assistant Professor of Communication Studies and Marine Affairs at URI, and Dr. Laurel Schaider, Senior Scientist at Silent Spring Institute, join the podcast to talk about the STEEP program, their areas of focus, and how they communicate their findings and engage with communities.Links from the Episode:About STEEP: https://web.uri.edu/steep/steep-climb/ STEEP Program up...
2025-04-2136 min
Energy Environment EconomyWhen the Sun Shines in New England, Make Power! An overview of residential solarThe sun does shine in New England (even if it doesn’t always feel that way!) and residential solar plays an important role in the energy mix of the regional grid. Kevin McCollister, Founder and Co-Owner, and Jarred Cobb, General Manager, both of Catamount Solar, join the podcast to give an overview of residential solar, how it works and the role it plays in the New England energy market.Links from the Episode:Solar resource map images and geospatial data for the United States and the Americas, from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory: ht...
2025-03-3134 min
Energy Environment EconomyRemoving Barriers to Flow – A Conversation About Dam RemovalWith nearly 15,000 dams scattered across New England, some dating back to the 1600s, most are not your typical towering concrete structures like the Hoover Dam. Instead, they smaller earthen barriers hidden in the landscape, disrupting the flow of water, nutrients, sediments, fish... everything. Kristopher Houle, a Senior Project Manager with Tighe & Bond, joins the podcast to discuss the process behind dam removals and their importance.Links from the Episode:Map of recorded dams in New England: https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Map-of-all-inventoried-dams-in-New-England-a-and-location-of-the-six-discussed-removals_fig1_314070620 Where to find Kris:...
2025-02-1726 min
Energy Environment EconomyExploring Hidden Systems Through ComicsExploring Hidden Systems Through ComicsWater, energy, and internet infrastructure are hidden all around us. Joining the podcast this week, author and cartoonist Dan Nott discusses his book Hidden Systems, an illustrated guide to the unseen infrastructure behind the everyday technologies that support our way of life.Links from the Episode:Books suggested by Dan:- How Infrastructure Works: Inside the System that Shapes Our World by Deb Chachra- The Way Things Work by David Macaulay and Neil ArdleyWhere to find...
2025-02-0331 min
Energy Environment EconomyThe Vapors, They Intrude: A primer on vapor intrusionWhat is vapor intrusion and what are the common management strategies? David Shea, Senior Vice President at Sanborn Head and Associates, joins the podcast to give a primer on vapor intrusion: how volatile chemicals, radon, and other vapors enter buildings, testing approaches, management strategies, and more.Links from the Episode: EPA – Contaminated Site Locations and Contact Information: https://www.epa.gov/risks-contaminated-sites/contaminated-site-locations-and-contact-informationMassachusetts Department of Environmental Protection – Find Out About a Contaminated Property: https://www.mass.gov/find-out-about-a-contaminated-propertyWhere to find David: David’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-shea-91861322/Wher...
2025-01-2029 min
Energy Environment EconomyTagging the Future: How Telemetry WorksThrough the evolution of telemetry technology, researchers and practitioners can track and understand wildlife movement across the globe. Joining the podcast is Thomas Gray, a Business Development Manager with Woods Hole Group, to discuss the technology and how tags and satellites work together to collect information for wildlife study and conservation. Links from the Episode:Woods Hole Group homepage: https://www.woodsholegroup.com/CLS Telemetry page: https://telemetry.groupcls.com/cls-satellite-monitoring/NOAA Fisheries video of a drone tagging a whale: https://videos.fisheries.noaa.gov/detail/video/6363748008112/tagging-a-rice-s-whale-with-a-drone?autoStart...
2024-12-2326 min
Energy Environment EconomyFunding Resilient Communities: The Rhode Island Infrastructure BankLinks from the Episode: Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank: https://www.riib.org/Press Release – Infrastructure Bank Announces $5.2 Million In Action Grants for Municipal Resilience Projects In 8 Communities Across Rhode Island: https://www.riib.org/infrastructure-bank-announces-5-2-million-in-action-grants-for-municipal-resilience-projects-in-8-communities-across-rhode-island/Where to find Bill: Bill’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-fazioli-aa57665/Where to find EBC:Webpage: https://ebcne.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/environmental-business-council-of-new-england-inc-/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLKLl6DmcaFbOwjJ2aB956gFollow the podcast on Instagram! @energy.environment.econ...
2024-12-0928 min
Energy Environment EconomyThere’s a Dirt for That! Engineered Soil and BiocharThere’s a Dirt for That! Engineered Soil and BiocharDid you know golf courses use special dirt for their greens? And green roofs benefit from special dirt that is lightweight? Through engineered soil and biochar, custom blended soils provide a variety of benefits across a variety of contexts. Join Tony Will, Director of Marketing & New Product Development at Read Custom Soils, as he explains the “world of dirt” and the benefits of engineered soil and biochar.Links from the Episode: USDA “What is Biochar”: https://www.climatehubs.usda.gov/hubs/northwest/topic/biochar Read Custom Soi...
2024-11-2533 min
Energy Environment EconomyMoving from the Army to the Private Sector in the EH&S FieldJoin us this Veteran’s Day in conversation with Greg Olds, a Section Lead for Safety, Health & Industrial Hygiene with Mabbett & Associates and a retired Army Captain. Greg recounts his experiences working in the environmental health and safety sector of the U.S. Army and shares how he leveraged his skills and knowledge into an EH&S career with Mabbett & Associates.In the United States, Veteran’s Day is observed each year on November 11, honoring American veterans for their patriotism and sacrifice for their country. Links from the Episode:U.S. Army...
2024-11-1125 min
Energy Environment EconomyGoodwill, Not Landfill – a Boston University Waste Reduction ProgramDuring college move-out season, students throw away many hundreds of tons of furniture, clothes, pantry items… you name it! Boston University’s Goodwill, Not Landfill program reduces the impact of move-out season by diverting materials away from landfills. Join Sarah Healey, the University’s Zero Waste Manager, Tom Segear, Resource Manager with Casella, and James Harder, Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries, as they discuss the process and logistics of successfully managing, and growing, this important on-campus program.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/en...
2024-10-2832 min
Energy Environment EconomyHow to Leverage Leadership Opportunities, A Discussion with Ascending LeadersHow does one define leadership opportunities? When does one say yes or no when an opportunity presents itself? In this final episode in our series highlighting EBC’s 2024 Ascending Leader winners, Kelsey Kern, a Senior Water Resources Designer with Nitsch Engineering, and Cassidy Yates, a Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Engineer with Weston & Sampson, discuss how putting yourself out there may result in new opportunities.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/ Where to find Kelsey and Cassidy:Kelsey’s LinkedIn: https://www.link...
2024-10-1428 min
Energy Environment EconomyFacilitating Mentorship, a Conversation with Ascending LeadersFinding a mentor and maintaining that relationship can be incredibly helpful throughout your career, as can being a mentor to others. This second episode in our series highlighting EBC’s 2024 Ascending Leader Award winners features Adrienne Dunk, a Project Manager with GZA GeoEnvironmental, and Michael Campinell, as Associate with the law firm of Beveridge & Diamond walking through the many facets if mentorship.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Where to find Adrienne and Michael:Adrienne’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-dunk-322413153/
2024-09-3036 min
Energy Environment EconomySetting and Achieving Goals: Tips & Tricks from Ascending LeadersThe podcast is highlighting the recent recipients of EBC’s Ascending Leader Award with a three-episode series. This first episode in the series features Samatha Meserve, Director of the Renewable and Alternative Energy Division with the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources and Kelly Siry, a Water Resources Engineer with VHB talking about goal setting. Setting and keeping professional goals is hard enough, but how have they balanced their own personal goals as well? Listen in for their tips and tricks!As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/...
2024-09-1639 min
Energy Environment EconomyAll About Air and the National Ambient Air Quality StandardsWe’re breathing in air all day every day, and at least here in the United States we probably know that there are regulations set to control the level of pollutants in our air. But what is being regulated and how? Joining the podcast is Sonja Sax, Senior Environment and Health Scientist with Epsilon Associates to give a primer on the National Ambient Air Quality Standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:...
2024-08-1934 min
Energy Environment EconomyRiding the Wave to a Career in Coastal EngineeringBob Hamilton started his career in coastal engineering when most people didn’t really know that work existed – these days coastal and climate are everywhere. Now President at Woods Hole Group, he’s the 2024 recipient of EBC’s Service to the Environmental Industry Award. Learn more about his career and the world of coastal engineering in today’s episode, a continuation of our series highlighting the recent EBC APEX Award winners.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:EBC Stephen G. Lewis M...
2024-07-1627 min
Energy Environment EconomyA Racetrack ReimaginedRockingham Park in Salem, New Hampshire was a popular horse racing track for decades but over the past 20 years had fallen into disrepair. Purchased in 2016 and redeveloped into Tuscan Village, this episode highlights the collaborative work to restore the property that won the project EBC’s Outstanding Collaboration Award. Listen in as Joe Persechino and Ben Curcio of Tighe & Bond, and Leslie Lima-Vazquez of Tuscan Village discuss the reimagining of a racetrack into a live-work-play destination.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the ep...
2024-07-0131 min
Energy Environment EconomyThe Art of Lifetime AchievementA steadfast leader in the environmental industry over the past 54 years, Arthur N. Mabbett was awarded the 2024 EBC Daniel K. Moon Lifetime Achievement Award.From being awarded Meritorious Service and Army Commendation Medals for his distinguished service in the U.S. Army, leading Mabbett & Associates, Inc. as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, and supporting EBC as Founding President and long-time Board Member, Arthur details his award-winning career in this week’s episode.Listen in as Angela Cincotta of GZA interviewed Arthur in 2024 as part of Arthur’s EBC Lifetime Achievement Award.As always, plea...
2024-06-2431 min
Energy Environment EconomyBringing Balance Back to the MarshThe Great Marsh is one of the largest salt marshes in New England, extending from Cape Ann in northeastern Massachusetts to the southeastern coast of New Hampshire. In this episode, EBC Executive Director Ann Gisinger sits down with Russ Hopping, Ecology Program Director at The Trustees, Nancy Pau of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Geoff Wilson of Northeast Wildlife Restoration to discuss the Marsh’s ecological services, the impact of agriculture, and recent exciting efforts to restore this crucial ecosystem along New England’s coast.As always, please get in touch and let us know...
2024-06-1739 min
Energy Environment EconomyStormwater Infrastructure from the Private and Public PerspectiveIt’s all around us – when the rain falls, water hits the roof or the parking lot and needs a place to go. Professional engineers Maggie Chase and Rob Woodman of Ferguson Waterworks join the podcast to give a primer on stormwater management and share their perspectives working on both public and private projects.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:Ferguson | Waterworks: https://www.fergusongss.com/New York City’s Green Infrastructure Program: https://www.nyc.gov/site/d...
2024-05-2038 min
Energy Environment EconomyStretching to Reach Energy Efficiency and Energy Use ReductionIn 2023, Massachusetts published a 3rd major update to the 2009 original Stretch energy code. On today’s episode, Katie Raymond of Epsilon Associates and Joëlle Jahn of JB&B Deep Carbon Reduction fill us in on the stretch energy code and what it means for energy efficiency and energy use reduction in new residential and commercial buildings in the Commonwealth.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:MassDOER 2023 Technical Guidance: Massachusetts Stretch Energy Codes: https://www.mass.gov/doc...
2024-05-0632 min
Energy Environment EconomyAccessing the Great Outdoors with Paul Jahnige, Director of the Massachusetts Office of Outdoor RecreationHappy Earth Day! Today’s episode focuses on the importance of outdoor recreation for health, both physical and mental, for creating a closer connection to the natural environment, and in supporting economic growth. In recognition of the importance of outdoor recreation, Massachusetts established an Office of Outdoor Recreation (MOOR) to elevate and enhance outdoor recreation across the state. This episode features Paul Jahnige, the first Director of MOOR, and a discussion of his plans and priorities for the Office.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Li...
2024-04-2224 min
Energy Environment EconomyHow Does a Utility Address Biodiversity?Biodiversity is incredibly important, and humans are a part of our Earth’s biodiversity. Humans are also the cause of biodiversity loss. This episode discusses the ways in which a utility can both protect biodiversity while also maintaining critical infrastructure that allows us to live rich, full lives. Learn how Eversource maintains corridors and tracks the rich biodiversity across their sites from Lynn Towill, a sustainability professional, and Peter DeFusco, an environmental specialist, both with Eversource.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the ep...
2024-04-1530 min
Energy Environment EconomyNew England Women in Energy and the EnvironmentThe podcast continues its focus on Women’s History Month with an episode learning all about the New England Women in Energy and the Environment, a gender-diverse and inclusive community of more than 1,200 active members across New England providing professional development and career opportunities, taking a leadership role in highlighting regional issues, showcasing the achievements of some of the most notable regional and national changemakers, and providing inspiration to countless others through their example.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:...
2024-03-2531 min
Energy Environment EconomyFrom the only woman in the room to CEO, an interview with Pam HallPam Hall’s 50-year career in the environmental consulting industry was built on her reputation as a consummate professional, passionate leader, and trail blazer. She was the only woman biologist hired at Normandeau in 1971 and by 1988 Pam was the President and CEO of the company, a role she held for over 30 years.Celebrate Women’s History Month through Pam’s incredible story. Mary Ryan (a trail blazer herself!) interviewed Pam in 2021 as part of Pam’s EBC Lifetime Achievement Award.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-e...
2024-03-1141 min
Energy Environment EconomyRivers and Waves in the Atmosphere: Meteorology and Climate ChangeDid you know there are waves in the atmosphere? How about rivers? Learn how the climate is changing from Chris Gloninger, meteorologist and Senior Climate Scientist, and Kirk Bosma, Senior Coastal Engineer and Vice President of Innovation, both with Woods Hole Group. We discuss the intersection of meteorology with climate science and how that climate science is translated into real world infrastructure projects.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:NOAA “What is an atmospheric river?” https://www.noaa.gov/stor...
2024-02-2630 min
Energy Environment EconomyReducing Emissions, Considering the Life Cycle: Sustainability within ConstructionOn this episode we just scratch the surface of the ways sustainability is being integrated into building construction. Elizabeth Murphy, Sustainability Manager with Shawmut Design and Construction, Caroline Murray, Project Executive and Sustainability Manager with Turner Construction Company, and Abby Roberts, Headquarters Sustainability Program Manager also with Turner, all join the episode to talk about embodied carbon, decarbonization, GHG accounting, and more.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts What's Next Innovation Conference & Expo: https...
2024-02-1241 min
Energy Environment EconomyEducation is Important! But So Are Connections and Other OpportunitiesEducation is important! Today’s episode highlights the educational journeys of Abbey Nack, a professional engineer and senior engineer with Epsilon Associates, and Deanna Sassorossi, Principal Sustainability Analyst with EPRI, the Electric Power Research Institute. Abbey and Deanna’s careers were both influenced by their educations, but, as we learn in this episode, there are many other opportunities that can and will influence a career path. This is the last episode in our three-part series highlighting the winners of EBC’s Ascending Leader Award.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne...
2024-01-2930 min
Energy Environment EconomyMaking a Difference for the Environment as an Ascending ProfessionalToday’s episode highlights the critical environmental work of two exceptional professionals: Will Chandler, a project manager and wastewater infrastructure expert with Weston & Sampson, and Lauren Karam, an associate and air quality and climate attorney with Beveridge & Diamond. Together, they delve into their career trajectories and share profound insights into the positive impact of their environmental work. This is the second episode in our three-part series highlighting the winners of EBC’s 2023 Ascending Leader Award.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:
2024-01-2233 min
Energy Environment EconomyCrafting Connections (Networking 101) with April Doroski and Brian DrolletteNervous to network? Intimidated by a room full of people you don’t know? Brian Drollette, Senior Managing Consultant at Ramboll, and April Doroski, Water Resources and Climate Resilience Specialist at Fuss & O’Neill, share their tips on cultivating meaningful connections within any industry. This is the first in a three-part series highlighting EBC’s 2023 Ascending Leader Award Winners, with each episode providing career advice and insights into the energy and environmental sectors.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:Learn...
2024-01-1530 min
Energy Environment EconomyConnecting Justice, Equity, and The Environment with Kerry Bowie and Dr. David CashConnecting Justice, Equity, and The Environment with Kerry Bowie and Dr. David CashKerry Bowie, Founding Director of Browning the Green Space and Managing Director and Founder of Msaada Partners, and Dr. David Cash, EPA Region 1 Administrator, join the podcast to share valuable insights into the profound connections between economic, social, and environmental justice and their collective impact and influence on environmental initiatives. Discover how these leaders envision breaking down barriers and creating opportunities.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the...
2023-12-1147 min
Energy Environment EconomyDive into Ocean Data with NERACOOSHumans are using the oceans in new and exciting ways and because of that there is a pressing need for as much data as possible. NERACOOS, the Northeastern Regional Association of Coastal Ocean Observing Systems, collects and provides an enormous amount of met ocean data to inform all kinds of stakeholders about New England’s ocean conditions. This episode dives into that data with Jackie Motyka and Katy Bland from NERACOOS.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:About NERACOOS: ht...
2023-11-2726 min
Energy Environment EconomyClimate Change Integration in Infrastructure: A Conversation with Dr. Elisabeth InfieldWhat is the role of the private sector in integrating climate resiliency into projects? How about policy’s role? What are the co-benefits of climate resilient projects? In this episode, Dr. Elisabeth Infield, a Professor of Regional Planning at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, discusses the integration of climate change into municipal planning and infrastructure through the lens of her book, Planning for Climate Change: A Reader in Green Infrastructure and Sustainable Design for Resilient Cities.Please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:...
2023-11-1234 min
Energy Environment EconomyESG Primer for New England & Beyond – Part Two, ESG as a Career PathPart Two of our ESG Primer series focuses on ESG as a Career Path. Guests Dr. Matthew Gardner and Cristina Mendoza, both of Sustainserv, explore various career opportunities in the ESG space and the essential skills required, from people skills to problem-solving. Gain insight into what hiring managers seek in students pursuing ESG careers and discover the significance of a genuine passion for ESG initiatives.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:Sustainserv Homepage: https://sustainserv.com/en/...
2023-10-3035 min
Energy Environment EconomyESG Primer for New England & Beyond – Part OneESG is on the rise, exerting a significant influence on the New England marketplace and beyond. In part one of this two-part series, gain insight into the dynamic nature of ESG principles and how they impact various sectors and corporate strategies. Industry experts Dr. Matthew Gardner, Founding and Managing Partner of Sustainserv, and Cristina Mendoza, Senior Consultant with Sustainserv, shed light on these transformative principles.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:History of Sustainserv: https://sustainserv.com/en/about...
2023-10-1643 min
Energy Environment EconomyEverybody Wins with Disability InclusionOctober is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and this year’s campaign centers “advancing access and equity”. Jeff Lafata-Hernandez, Executive Director of Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC), joins the podcast to review language best practices when talking about the disabled community, the definition of terms like disability and ableism, and the first baby steps an employer can take toward a more inclusive workplace.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/ and follow the podcast on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/energy.environment.economyLinks from the episode:E...
2023-10-0330 min
Energy Environment EconomyHigher Yield, Higher Efficiency, Lower Labor FarmingFarming in a shipping container is energy intensive but water efficient, low on labor requirements, and provides fresh produce year-round. Learn more about the ways Freight Farms is innovating in the “ag tech” space to bring fresh lettuce to your doorstep in all climates, across the globe, with Caroline Katsiroubas, Director of Marketing, and my co-host and EBC’s summer intern Anna Wilcox.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:Case Studies: https://www.freightfarms.com/case-studiesBuzz Button...
2023-09-1831 min
Energy Environment EconomyGood or Bad? What a Career in Risk Assessment Looks Like with Jane Parkin Kullmann“Don’t do this at home” may be the most common type of risk communication you hear, but for Dr. Jane Parkin Kullmann, a lead consultant, human health risk assessor, and Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology, talking about risk is a bit more complicated. Dr. Kullmann shares her experience in the field of risk assessment in this career conversation.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:Jane’s Ph.D. Thesis! https://ses.library.usyd.edu.au/handle/2123/20589ABT...
2023-09-0434 min
Energy Environment EconomyWonderful Wetlands with April Doroski and Mary SchoellWetlands are a vital component of managing sea level rise, protecting water quality, and fostering wildlife habitat. April Doroski, Water Resources and Climate Resilience Specialist at Fuss & O’Neill, and Mary Schoell, Project Coordinator with the Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, discuss wetland science and its intersection with climate science.As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:National Collegiate Soils Contest: https://www.agronomy.org/undergrads/contests/soils-contests/Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve: http://nbnerr.org...
2023-08-2137 min
Energy Environment EconomyPassive PFAS (Sampling) with Dr. Matt DunnPFAS is an emerging contaminant with a complex story. Matt Dunn, PhD candidate at the University of Rhode Island and STEEP Superfund Trainee, joins the podcast to discuss his research on passive sampling techniques for PFAS, fate and transport of the chemicals, and how he communicates about PFAS risk. Don’t miss the most exciting things he’s seen while scuba diving!As always, please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:STEEP Website: https://web.uri.edu/steep/STEEP guide to P...
2023-08-0726 min
Energy Environment EconomyBreezing into the Future with Dr. Mike HowlandOffshore wind energy in the United States is a nascent industry but one that has great potential to move the country closer to net zero. A fascinating aspect of offshore wind is how to optimize the energy production of a wind farm given all the variables involved: wind speed, wind direction, how close the turbines are to each other… the list goes on. This episode features Dr. Michael Howland, Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at MIT, whose fluid mechanics and modeling research is leading the way in optimizing renewable energy systems.As always, please get in...
2023-07-2431 min
Energy Environment EconomyThe Hero of Net-Zero: Narragansett Bay CommissionThe Narragansett Bay Commissions (NBC) Net-Zero Renewable Energy Program stabilizes electric costs and sewer rates and demonstrates to other agencies the efficacy of investing in renewable energy generating assets. NBC has already invested $38 million in a diverse array of renewable generating assets, including onshore wind turbines, solar arrays, and an anaerobic digester biogas project. In this episode you’ll learn how NBC has made this program possible. This is a continuation of a series highlighting the five EBC EBEE award winners; organizations and individuals noted for their outstanding accomplishments in environmental management, energy resources and management, and climate change....
2023-07-1931 min
Energy Environment EconomyThe Superman of Superfund Sites: Chip CrocettiCharles “Chip” Crocetti has dedicated his career to addressing the challenges of remediation. His extensive remediation background includes work on hydrogeology, geochemistry, evaluation of contaminant fate and transport, remediation of hazardous waste sites, and environmental forensics. In this episode, Chip shares his insights on Superfund work and emerging contaminants as well as the importance of mentorship and supporting the careers of rising professionals.This is a continuation of a series highlighting the five EBC EBEE award winners; organizations and individuals noted for their outstanding accomplishments in environmental management, energy resources and management, and climate change.As always, plea...
2023-07-0344 min
Energy Environment EconomyCrossing into a Greener Future (via Transit and Stormwater Smart Redevelopment)A critical space for refuge in urban centers is green space, but how are parks established during redevelopment projects? Hear from the developers of Cambridge Crossing on their commitment to green space, multi modal transit integration, stormwater management, and other sustainability measures during the collaborative redevelopment of an industrial corner of Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston.This is a continuation of a series highlighting the five EBC EBEE award winners; organizations and individuals noted for their outstanding accomplishments in environmental management, energy resources and management, and climate change.As always, please get in touch and let...
2023-06-2635 min
Energy Environment EconomyUnLOCKEing the Secrets of the Bureau of Waste Site CleanupCleanup isn’t what most people consider to be fun, but for Paul Locke, it’s a challenge well worth the effort. A longtime leader at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection’s (MassDEP) Bureau of Waste Site Cleanup, Paul has spent his career improving the lives of Massachusetts residents with his expertise in soil management, and through programs such as MassDEP’s Rails to Trails program, which transforms unused rail tracks to safe bike trails and walking paths.This is a continuation of a series highlighting the five EBC EBEE award winners; organizations and individuals noted for thei...
2023-06-2140 min
Energy Environment EconomyGetting Your Degree Fossil Fuel FreeThere’s a new addition to the Boston skyline – the 305-foot-tall Center for Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University. The best part? It’s fossil fuel free. Join BU leadership for a deeper dive into the development of this standard-setting building.This is the first episode in a series featuring the five EBC EBEE award winners, recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and leadership in energy and the environment.Please get in touch and let us know your thoughts: https://ebcne.org/energy-environment-economy-podcast/Links from the episode:EBC EBEE Awards: https://ebcne.org/ne...
2023-06-1439 min
Energy Environment EconomyWelcome to the Energy Environment Economy podcast!Brought to you by the Environmental Business Council of New England, each episode features an interview with thought leaders in the energy and environmental industries. Subscribe now and never miss an episode every other Monday.Music: Only Forward; RomanSenykMusic; 2023; pixabay
2023-06-1402 min